TL;DR: Hill's Science Diet Sensitive Stomach & Skin Pollock & Barley is a complete and balanced dry dog food for adult dogs with digestive sensitivities or skin concerns. Pollock leads the recipe, paired with barley to support gentle digestion and a healthy coat.

This adult formula centres on a single primary animal protein — pollock — with barley as the lead carbohydrate. It's a practical everyday kibble for owners whose dogs do better on a simpler, fish-forward recipe.

As a Hill's Science Diet whitefish recipe, it offers a fish-protein alternative for adult dogs that don't do well on richer or more complex diets.

Key features

• Pollock as the primary protein, supporting lean muscle and easy digestibility.
• Barley and balanced fibre to help support sensitive digestion and stool quality.
• Nutrients that help promote healthy skin and a conditioned coat.
• Complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs when fed per feeding guidelines.
• Formulated for dogs with digestive sensitivities and skin comfort needs.

Specifications

Who is it for?

This recipe is intended for adult dogs whose stomachs or skin react to richer or more complex diets. If your dog has occasional loose stools, a dull coat, or seems uncomfortable on a standard formula, a pollock-based whitefish recipe can be a sensible option to discuss with your veterinarian.

It's a good match for owners who want a fish-protein dog dry food alternative to chicken or beef, without switching to raw or prescription diets.

Is pollock a good protein for sensitive dogs?

Pollock is a mild whitefish that many dogs tolerate well, which is why it often appears in sensitive-stomach recipes. Pairing it with barley — a gentler grain than corn or wheat — keeps the ingredient list focused and easier on digestion.

This Hill's Science Diet whitefish formula draws on a single, easily digested protein source as the foundation of each meal.

Feeding & use

Feed as a complete daily diet for an adult dog, following the portion chart on the bag based on your dog's current weight and activity level. Transition gradually over 7 days by mixing increasing amounts of the new food with your dog's previous food, and keep fresh water available at all times.

Allow 4–6 weeks on a consistent diet before evaluating changes in coat condition or stool quality. If symptoms persist, consult your veterinarian.

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If you have a multi-pet household, the same recipe is available for cats as Hill's Science Diet - Sensitive Stomach & Skin Pollock & Barley Dry Cat Food. Prefer a poultry protein? Consider Hill's Science Diet - Sensitive Stomach & Skin Chicken Dry Dog Food, or for smaller breeds, Hill's Science Diet - Sensitive Stomach & Skin Adult Small & Mini Chicken Dry Dog Food.

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